Articles related to "Primates"
Primate Books - Part 1
A list of primate books I have in my personal library with a brief description of each title.
primate • monkey • ape • booklist • books
A list of primate books I have in my personal library with a brief description of each title.
primate • monkey • ape • booklist • books
Endangered Primates in Vietnam
The chance of long term survival for a critically endangered species, the Grey-shanked Douc, went up by around 1/6th with discovery of group estimated at 180 animals.
critically endangered primates • vietnam • deforestation • grey shanked douc langur • habitat protection
The chance of long term survival for a critically endangered species, the Grey-shanked Douc, went up by around 1/6th with discovery of group estimated at 180 animals.
critically endangered primates • vietnam • deforestation • grey shanked douc langur • habitat protection
Language in Primates
Non-human primates' capability for language is a result of their motivation, which lies in the importance of protection, social status, and for teaching skills.
language • primate • communication • animal • language capability
Non-human primates' capability for language is a result of their motivation, which lies in the importance of protection, social status, and for teaching skills.
language • primate • communication • animal • language capability
Monkeys (and Apes) in the Movies
Monkeys (and Apes) in the Movies
movies • animal actors • retirement
Monkeys (and Apes) in the Movies
movies • animal actors • retirement
Operant Conditioning in Managing Diabetes in Primates
Ways in which primates may be taught by using non-invasive methods.
operant conditioning • primates • diabetes • insulin • non-invasive methods
Ways in which primates may be taught by using non-invasive methods.
operant conditioning • primates • diabetes • insulin • non-invasive methods
Primate Books - Part 2
Part 2 of the listing of primate books in my personal library.
primate • monkey • ape • booklist • books
Part 2 of the listing of primate books in my personal library.
primate • monkey • ape • booklist • books
The Great Primate Debates - Part 3
One's person's insight in regards to the great controversy over non-human primates being kept in private caretaking situations.
monkeys • apes • captivity
One's person's insight in regards to the great controversy over non-human primates being kept in private caretaking situations.
monkeys • apes • captivity
The Social Role of Infants in Human and Non-Human Primates
Although many implicitly believe in the naked, a-social innocence of the newborn, infants occupy an important social role from the moment of birth. Their participation in this role has significant consequences not only on their own development, but also on the continuing development and social value of their caretakers.
infants • newborns • social roles • primates • non-human
Although many implicitly believe in the naked, a-social innocence of the newborn, infants occupy an important social role from the moment of birth. Their participation in this role has significant consequences not only on their own development, but also on the continuing development and social value of their caretakers.
infants • newborns • social roles • primates • non-human
A Tribute To Willow
This article pays tribute to the grace bestowed on us by having known Willow.
primate • monkey
This article pays tribute to the grace bestowed on us by having known Willow.
primate • monkey
Are Humans Omnivores?
Is there a such thing as a true omnivore? How do you classify animals as herbivores, carnivores, granivores, fructivores or omnivores? Are humans really omnivores?
digestive tract • teeth • carnivore • herbivore • granivore
Is there a such thing as a true omnivore? How do you classify animals as herbivores, carnivores, granivores, fructivores or omnivores? Are humans really omnivores?
digestive tract • teeth • carnivore • herbivore • granivore
Brazilian Amazon's Two New Monkeys
Controversial biologist Marc Van Roosmalen's discovery of two more species of titi monkey are another reason conservation groups call for better rainforest protection.
brazilian amazon rainforest • titi monkeys • new primate species • rainforest conservation organizations • habitat protection
Controversial biologist Marc Van Roosmalen's discovery of two more species of titi monkey are another reason conservation groups call for better rainforest protection.
brazilian amazon rainforest • titi monkeys • new primate species • rainforest conservation organizations • habitat protection
Conditioned Behavior and Variable Reinforcement
Positive training techniques for primates and other animals.
primate • conditioned behavior • variable reinforcement training
Positive training techniques for primates and other animals.
primate • conditioned behavior • variable reinforcement training
Emergency Preparedness
A basic plan to care for your monkey in the case of an emergency.
monkey • primate • emergency
A basic plan to care for your monkey in the case of an emergency.
monkey • primate • emergency
Enrichment Ideas - Part 1
A plethora of ideas to make life in captivity more interesting for primates.
enrichment • primate • monkey • apes
A plethora of ideas to make life in captivity more interesting for primates.
enrichment • primate • monkey • apes
Gorillas - Central Africa
Finding gorillas in the dense jungles of Central Africa.
gorillas • primates • central africa • gorilla • silverback
Finding gorillas in the dense jungles of Central Africa.
gorillas • primates • central africa • gorilla • silverback
Willow Wisp
The ongoing saga of co-habitating with a non-human primate (monkey). Part 2
primate • monkey
The ongoing saga of co-habitating with a non-human primate (monkey). Part 2
primate • monkey
Book Review - "Bringing Up Ziggy"
An enlightening journey into the lives of a special wonam, her family and a capuchin monkey named Ziggy.
primates • capuchin monkey • helping hands
An enlightening journey into the lives of a special wonam, her family and a capuchin monkey named Ziggy.
primates • capuchin monkey • helping hands
Book Review - "Next of Kin"
A thirty year journey in the life of Washoe, the signing chimpanzee.
primates • chimpanzees • sign language
A thirty year journey in the life of Washoe, the signing chimpanzee.
primates • chimpanzees • sign language
Controversy Abounds - Where Do You Stand?
Thoughts on where to draw the line in the entertainment industry, especially using primates.
primates in entertainment • chimpanzees • orangutans
Thoughts on where to draw the line in the entertainment industry, especially using primates.
primates in entertainment • chimpanzees • orangutans
Enrichment Ideas - Part 2
More enrichment ideas for primates.
primates • monkeys • apes • enrichment
More enrichment ideas for primates.
primates • monkeys • apes • enrichment
Goodies Up for Grabs
A few money saving ideas to make at home.
primates • homemade items • play dough • wipes • fruit leather
A few money saving ideas to make at home.
primates • homemade items • play dough • wipes • fruit leather
Monkey'n Around
The beginning of a "dream come true" story about a capuchin monkey and his "human troop".
capuchin • monkey • animal-assisted activities
The beginning of a "dream come true" story about a capuchin monkey and his "human troop".
capuchin • monkey • animal-assisted activities
Bigfoot and the Skookum Cast
Does the Skookum Cast, which is the impression of a forearm, hip, thigh, and heel, provide proof that Bigfoot really exists?
suite 101 • jodee redmond • paranormal • bigfoot • sasquatch
Does the Skookum Cast, which is the impression of a forearm, hip, thigh, and heel, provide proof that Bigfoot really exists?
suite 101 • jodee redmond • paranormal • bigfoot • sasquatch
Brazilian Amazon's 10 New Species
Some are primate species unknown to scientists until the last 20 years. No one knows how much more biodiversity might be lost if deforestation of the Amazon continues.
brazilian amazon rainforest • dr marc van roosmalen • protecting biodiversity • marmosets and monkeys • south american primates
Some are primate species unknown to scientists until the last 20 years. No one knows how much more biodiversity might be lost if deforestation of the Amazon continues.
brazilian amazon rainforest • dr marc van roosmalen • protecting biodiversity • marmosets and monkeys • south american primates
Communication with Gorillas
The job of those who live amongst the world's only indigenous population of mountain gorillas is two-fold: guide tourists and ward off poachers.
mountain gorillas • diane fossey • rwanda • volcano national park • environmentalism
The job of those who live amongst the world's only indigenous population of mountain gorillas is two-fold: guide tourists and ward off poachers.
mountain gorillas • diane fossey • rwanda • volcano national park • environmentalism
Endangered Gibbon Released in India
Female Hoolock's release may indicate a method of establishing new populations in areas of Asia where this critically endangered primate has disappeared.
endangered indian animals • hoolock gibbon • wildlife rehabilitation and release • deforestation and forest fragmentation • captive reared primates
Female Hoolock's release may indicate a method of establishing new populations in areas of Asia where this critically endangered primate has disappeared.
endangered indian animals • hoolock gibbon • wildlife rehabilitation and release • deforestation and forest fragmentation • captive reared primates
Henry Vilas Zoo
The Madison zoo may be the best deal in the state. Henry Vilas Zoo is open every day and free to the public.
henry vilas zoo • free madison attraction • zoo animals • zoo insider tips • children's zoo
The Madison zoo may be the best deal in the state. Henry Vilas Zoo is open every day and free to the public.
henry vilas zoo • free madison attraction • zoo animals • zoo insider tips • children's zoo
Howler Monkeys of Costa Rica
Just before dawn the Howlers begin their chorus. If you haven't heard it before you might think King Kong himself was there.
howler monkeys • costa rican mammals • loud animals • rainforest species • primates of central america
Just before dawn the Howlers begin their chorus. If you haven't heard it before you might think King Kong himself was there.
howler monkeys • costa rican mammals • loud animals • rainforest species • primates of central america
Javan Gibbon Is Critically Endangered
Slowing the rate of deforestation will be key to survival of this silvery ape. Javan gibbons from the pet trade become part of captive breeding or translocation programs.
javan or silvery gibbon • critically endangered primate conservation • deforestation and fragmentation • illegal exotic pet trade • indonesian wildlife protection
Slowing the rate of deforestation will be key to survival of this silvery ape. Javan gibbons from the pet trade become part of captive breeding or translocation programs.
javan or silvery gibbon • critically endangered primate conservation • deforestation and fragmentation • illegal exotic pet trade • indonesian wildlife protection
Whale Evolution and Classification
How are whales related to one-another, and how intelligent is the group as a whole?
whale evolution and classification • how closely related are the whales • do whales have a language • toothed whales • baleen whales
How are whales related to one-another, and how intelligent is the group as a whole?
whale evolution and classification • how closely related are the whales • do whales have a language • toothed whales • baleen whales
Spider Monkeys of Costa Rica
If you're lucky enough to see this endangered monkey species swinging through the canopy, you'll be treated to an acrobatic display of flying leaps and reaching limbs.
spider monkeys • new world primates • visiting costa rica • mammals of central america • rainforest inhabitants
If you're lucky enough to see this endangered monkey species swinging through the canopy, you'll be treated to an acrobatic display of flying leaps and reaching limbs.
spider monkeys • new world primates • visiting costa rica • mammals of central america • rainforest inhabitants
Monkeys and children kiss and make up at the same rate!!
An interesting study comparing the way children and monekys make up after a confrontation.
monkeys • capuchins • chimpanzees • children • social interaction
An interesting study comparing the way children and monekys make up after a confrontation.
monkeys • capuchins • chimpanzees • children • social interaction
Anthropology Major
Anthropology, the study of all aspects of human beings, is a great major for students interested in culture and in conducting exciting research.
anthopology major • human beings • cultures • language • biology
Anthropology, the study of all aspects of human beings, is a great major for students interested in culture and in conducting exciting research.
anthopology major • human beings • cultures • language • biology
Bonobos and Their Likeness to Humans
Bonobos live in the continent of Africa, but have a specific habitat in the humid forests south of the Congo River in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
bonobos • bonobos and humans • comparing bonobos and humans • bonobos sexual behavior • female dominated society
Bonobos live in the continent of Africa, but have a specific habitat in the humid forests south of the Congo River in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
bonobos • bonobos and humans • comparing bonobos and humans • bonobos sexual behavior • female dominated society
Bowen's Theory of Emotional Process in Society
Individual and family anxiety is sometimes reflected in society, and it can inform one's behavior and increase responsibility for self.
dr bowen theory of emotional process in society • bowen on differentiation of self • stress in contemporary life • family systems theory • dr. murray bowen
Individual and family anxiety is sometimes reflected in society, and it can inform one's behavior and increase responsibility for self.
dr bowen theory of emotional process in society • bowen on differentiation of self • stress in contemporary life • family systems theory • dr. murray bowen
Zoo Fun in Naples, Florida
Look, listen and learn at this small powerhouse of a zoo and gardens, located just north of the stunning SW Florida Gulf Coast community in Collier County.
naples zoo • dr. henry nehrling • caladium • association of zoos and aquariums • malayan tigers
Look, listen and learn at this small powerhouse of a zoo and gardens, located just north of the stunning SW Florida Gulf Coast community in Collier County.
naples zoo • dr. henry nehrling • caladium • association of zoos and aquariums • malayan tigers
Re-Presenting Mimesis Part 2 - A Case Study
The second part of a series exploring multi-mimesis at work in Wendy Battin's Schoen Tell.
multi-mimesis • mimesis • wendy battin • judy malloy • adrienne rich
The second part of a series exploring multi-mimesis at work in Wendy Battin's Schoen Tell.
multi-mimesis • mimesis • wendy battin • judy malloy • adrienne rich
Upclose with the Philippine tarsiers
You've never been to the Philippines if you've never seen the Philippine Tarsiers. Known as the world's smallest monkey, the Philippine Tarsiers can be found in the historical and majestic island of Bohol.
tarsiers • philippine tarsier foundation • bohol • corella • mars mosqueda jr.
You've never been to the Philippines if you've never seen the Philippine Tarsiers. Known as the world's smallest monkey, the Philippine Tarsiers can be found in the historical and majestic island of Bohol.
tarsiers • philippine tarsier foundation • bohol • corella • mars mosqueda jr.
The Intelligence of Bears
A brief discussion about what is known about the exceptional intelligence of bears, with examples and anecdotes.
bears • intelligence • cognitive • learning • memory
A brief discussion about what is known about the exceptional intelligence of bears, with examples and anecdotes.
bears • intelligence • cognitive • learning • memory
Madagascar EcoTravel
The luxury of air travel is clear with a trip to Madagascar. Your vacation dollars are well spent seeing lemurs and other one-of-a-kind species in their natural habitat.
madagascar ecotravel ecotourism fun help islands u • off the coast of east africa homes to largest numb • live nowhere else • environments in this ranges sustainable rain dry f • wildlife
The luxury of air travel is clear with a trip to Madagascar. Your vacation dollars are well spent seeing lemurs and other one-of-a-kind species in their natural habitat.
madagascar ecotravel ecotourism fun help islands u • off the coast of east africa homes to largest numb • live nowhere else • environments in this ranges sustainable rain dry f • wildlife
Always a crossword
A brief history of the crossword puzzle with excellent sites for the crossword enthusiast.
words • crossword puzzles • puzzlers • enigmatology • will shortz
A brief history of the crossword puzzle with excellent sites for the crossword enthusiast.
words • crossword puzzles • puzzlers • enigmatology • will shortz
Bonobo Conservation Programs
Found only is a one area of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the smallest great ape faces threats from the bushmeat trade, mining, logging and ongoing civil unrest
endangered bonobo • smallest great ape • bushmeat trade • mining and petroleum exploration • wildlife reserve
Found only is a one area of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the smallest great ape faces threats from the bushmeat trade, mining, logging and ongoing civil unrest
endangered bonobo • smallest great ape • bushmeat trade • mining and petroleum exploration • wildlife reserve
Great Ape Survival Project (GRASP)
Combining wildlife conservation with human survival in developing countries. Bushmeat trade and deforestation targeted as critical to great ape protection.
great ape survival project • sustainable use • bushmeat trade • logging and deforestation • mountain gorilla
Combining wildlife conservation with human survival in developing countries. Bushmeat trade and deforestation targeted as critical to great ape protection.
great ape survival project • sustainable use • bushmeat trade • logging and deforestation • mountain gorilla
Rwanda's Nyungwe National Park
From tall canopied forest to flower-filled marsh, chimpanzees to sunbirds, Nyungwe offers visitors a unique experience of tropical Africa's panoply of plants and animals.
nyungwe national park • rwanda • montane forest • biodiversity • visitor
From tall canopied forest to flower-filled marsh, chimpanzees to sunbirds, Nyungwe offers visitors a unique experience of tropical Africa's panoply of plants and animals.
nyungwe national park • rwanda • montane forest • biodiversity • visitor
Flying with Your Pet Domestically and Internationally
Although flying with a pet is more complicated than a driving trip; with a little advance planning, you and your pet can have an enjoyable flight.
fly • flying • airplane • airline • pet
Although flying with a pet is more complicated than a driving trip; with a little advance planning, you and your pet can have an enjoyable flight.
fly • flying • airplane • airline • pet
Celebrity Birthdays
A Record-Breaking Chimp turns 74 and Queen Elizabeth is 80
queen elizabeth • royal family • cheeta chimp • tarzan • celebrity
A Record-Breaking Chimp turns 74 and Queen Elizabeth is 80
queen elizabeth • royal family • cheeta chimp • tarzan • celebrity
Liberty Girl Returns To Heroic
Heroic Adventures celebrates 20 years in 2006. Liberty Girl, Psyche, Giant, and Anthem (by Roy Thomas) headline the Malone produced line. Look for them.
thomas • flare • psyche • heroic • adventures
Heroic Adventures celebrates 20 years in 2006. Liberty Girl, Psyche, Giant, and Anthem (by Roy Thomas) headline the Malone produced line. Look for them.
thomas • flare • psyche • heroic • adventures
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